The Biology Department at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina (~20 minutes south of Charlotte, North Carolina) is looking to hire an Assistant Professor of Biology with expertise in Genetics/Molecular Biology. Winthrop University is a public, comprehensive university, that has been recognized as one of the best Southeastern colleges by Princeton Review and a Top-10 Regional Public University by US News & World Report. The student body is 40% minority and includes a number of first generation college students so it is a fantastic place to make a difference.
The Biology department has a history of strong research (faculty members have received grants from many places - NIH, USDA, etc.). There is also a master's program in addition to the undergraduate major. The department has 16 full time faculty members currently (along with a number of adjunct professors). Each faculty member has their own research lab in addition to shared equipment spaces. The department also has a nice mix of junior, mid-career, and senior professors. It's honestly a great place to work and is a bit of a hidden gem despite the fact that it's 20 minutes from one of the fastest growing cities in the US. Deadline for the Application is January 31st, 2014. For more information see below. Title: Assistant Professor of Biology Major Responsibilities: 1. Teach courses in genetics and molecular genetics 2. Teach additional courses that could include introductory biology, a research methods course, a senior capstone course or other courses to give a total of 12 credit hours each semester 3. Develop additional undergraduate and graduate courses in area of specialization 4. Appropriate scholarly involvement in field of specialization 5. Effective advising of both undergraduate and graduate students 6. Appropriate engagement in service to the department, college, and university 7. Other duties as assigned by the department chair Qualifications: 1. PhD in a Biological Science with strong background in genetics. ABDs will be considered for appointment in a non-tenure track position at the rank of instructor if all degree requirements are not completed by the expected start date of August 18, 2014 2. Evidence of excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to student learning and development 3. Evidence of an ability to establish an independent research program that will include both graduate and undergraduate students 4. Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills and strong personal ethics for mentorship of student research projects Employment Conditions: 1. A nine-month, full-time, tenure track appointment with the option of summer employment if funds are available. Salary dependent upon qualifications. Position Availability: August 18, 2014 Application Deadline: January 31, 2014 Application Procedures: 1. Application deadline is January 31, 2014. Application materials received after the deadline may be considered if an acceptable candidate has not been found. 2. Individuals wishing to apply for this position should immediately make their interest known to: Dr. Kristi Westover Chair of the Search Committee Department of Biology Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC 29733 Phone: 803-323-2111, ext. 6180 Fax: 803-323-3448; email westov...@winthrop.edu 3. The following materials should be submitted: a. Letter of application b. Current curriculum vitae that includes names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of at least three professional references c. Three letters of recommendation d. All graduate degree transcripts (copies are acceptable for application but official transcripts will be required for an offer of employment) e. Detailed statements of teaching philosophy and future research plans f. Evidence of effective teaching (such as student evaluations) Winthrop University is an Equal Opportunity Employer ********************** Matthew J. Heard, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Biology Winthrop University Biology Department 220 Dalton Hall Rock Hill, SC 29733 803-323-2111 ext. 6443 www.mattheard.com
